Vehicle Development Technician

About this Position

We are hiring an experienced Vehicle Development Technician on behalf of our client, a leading automotive and motor sport company. This role involves the assembly, maintenance, preparation, and support of multi-project test and development vehicles and simulation rigs. The successful candidate will work on cutting‑edge vehicle development and may be required to travel for UK, European, and worldwide test support.

• Build concept, mule, prototype, and production-level vehicles and rigs to the highest standards.
• Maintain and update vehicles and rigs to support ongoing development programmes.
• Prepare and operate vehicles for test and development activities at various locations, including proving grounds and racing circuits.
• Work closely with design and engineering teams to achieve specifications and targets.
• Interpret engineering drawings and instrumentation schedules to ensure accurate builds and modifications.
• Maintain a clean and well‑organised workshop, ensuring equipment meets company standards.
• Subject to internal approval, safely drive high‑value, high‑performance vehicles in workshop, road, and test environments.

• Extensive experience in motor sport, prototype, or low‑volume high‑performance vehicle builds.
• Strong background in vehicle assembly, manufacturing, and operation.
• Welding, machining, and fabrication skills are preferred.
• Understanding of modern automotive electrical and electronic systems for fault‑finding and repair.
• Experience with diagnostic platforms such as MONaco, CANape, and INCA is desirable.
• Clean driving licence and passport.
• IT literacy, including Microsoft Office and Virtual Car software.